A Brief Course in Advanced Algebra - Softcover

C. A. Van Velzer

 
9781330108505: A Brief Course in Advanced Algebra

Synopsis

This book presents a comprehensive analysis of algebraic quantity, beginning with its origins and tracing its development as a cornerstone of abstract algebra. The author situates the concept within a broader historical context, examining its roots in early number systems and its evolution through the work of mathematicians such as Descartes, Gauss, and others. By exploring algebraic quantity's relationship to topics like imaginary numbers, polynomials, and geometry, the book provides a thorough examination of its nature and applications. The author argues that algebraic quantity serves as a bridge between the concrete and abstract, a key component in the development of algebra as a theoretical framework. The book concludes by demonstrating algebraic quantity's influence on other areas of mathematics and science, solidifying its significance as a fundamental concept.

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